Research and Development
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Proposed R&D changes will hit mid-sized firms hard
Tony Marks | May 13, 2018Mid-sized firms will feel the impact of the budget changes in the research and development intensity test as it deliberately reduces the R&D premium for lower levels of spending.
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Why mid-sized firms must think years ahead
Nils Vesk | May 12, 2018When we have a clear view of the future, it is much easier to make decisions, to anticipate market changes and, most of all, to respond, so that we can best capitalise on the situation.
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CRC budget roundup
Tony Peacock | May 10, 2018There are mixed signals from the Government in the 2018 Budget regarding the CRC Program, with some programs supported, others cut and signs the process itself may be subverted.
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Information industry backs budget focus on R&D
First 5000 | May 9, 2018The Australian Information Industry Association has backed the budget’s focus on digital transformation incentives in health, agriculture and manufacturing and support for a new space industry.
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ICT industry fears cuts to R&D incentives
First 5000 | May 4, 2018The Australian Information Industry Association urges the government not to seek short-term budget savings at the expense of Australia’s long-term prosperity.
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Waste-eating system targets fast food industry
Andrew Spence | April 28, 2018A system that turns waste plastic, food scraps, cardboard and paper into biogas and fertiliser is being developed to potentially help the fast food sector deal with its rubbish.
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AMGC creates $4 million fund for SME manufacturers
First 5000 | March 30, 2018Australia’s Advanced Manufacturing Growth Centre has announced a new $4 million Early Stage Research Fund to help Australian manufacturers turn their concepts into reality.
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New drive for agricultural technology in Western Australia
First 5000 | February 24, 2018Nine West Australian agricultural technology companies have been selected for an innovation accelerator program to develop 21st century approaches to create more regional jobs.